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Benzie County to ask voters to reauthorize 911 telephone surcharge in August
Summary
The board voted unanimously to place a reauthorization of the telephone surcharge for enhanced 911 services on the August 2024 primary ballot; 911 director Cory Ellis answered questions during the setting of ballot language.
The Benzie County Board of Commissioners on Jan. 23 adopted Resolution 2024‑005 to submit to the electorate a reauthorization of the telephone surcharge that funds enhanced 911 services, placing the measure on the August 2024 primary-election ballot.
911 Director Cory Ellis was present to answer questions about the use of surcharge funds. The board adopted the resolution by roll call vote with all seven commissioners voting in favor.
County staff and election officials will finalize ballot language and follow statutory procedures for placing the measure on the August ballot.
